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E241 BGK

1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,151 mi
Last recorded46,151 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100039,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE241 BGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 46,151 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 45,895 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 45,693 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 45,427 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 44,688 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 43,932 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2007 43,932 miles

Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2005 42,188 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 30 Aug 2005 42,188 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000?

Based on 4,999 MOT tests across 660 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 117
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 41
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E241 BGK is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 39,923 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E241 BGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E241 BGK registered?

E241 BGK is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 14 June 1988.

Is E241 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E241 BGK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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